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ADJ 4M

1974 Norton Commando

Black Petrol 828cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

2,361 mi
Last recorded2,361 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 1974 Norton Commando24,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADJ 4M
MakeNorton
ModelCommando
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine828cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 2,361 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 2,361 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle not recoiling/ adjusted to correct tension (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 23,554 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 23,497 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 23,497 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 23,428 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 23,402 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 23,290 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 23,146 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 22,321 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 21,387 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 21,311 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 21,110 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 20,600 miles

How Reliable is the Norton Commando?

Based on 13,398 MOT tests across 2,308 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
2,308
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
Horn not working 39
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 32
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 31
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
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ADJ 4M is a 1974 Norton Commando in Black with a 828cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1974 Norton Commando models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 24,074 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Norton Commando fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ADJ 4M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commando typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 52 years old, this Norton Commando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ADJ 4M registered?

ADJ 4M is a 1974 Norton Commando, first registered on 9 April 1974.

Is ADJ 4M safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADJ 4M shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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